FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Thermostat, Engine Cooling

Valve opening temperature:

[2.4L Engine] 87 ± 1.5°C (189 ± 3°F)
[3.8L Engine] 82 ± 1.5°C (180 ± 3°F)





Full-opening temperature 95°C (203°F)

Valve lift mm (in)

2.4L Engine 8.5 (0.33) or more
3.8L Engine 9.0 (0.35) or more